i have 2 batteries to hook to my inverter in series w/ 1 controller powered by solar panel will batts still charge?
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Assuming both batteries you're hooking up in series are 6 volt and of equal capacity and condition then yes, they should charge just fine with a single 12V controller. However, keep in mind that mismatching the two batteries in respect to capacity or condition can dramatically limit the overall charging capacity and run time of the entire string.
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If the two batteries in series will make 24 volts DC, no. The charger on this unit is a smart charger and will likely fail to properly charge your batteries. In all probability, it will charge non-stop until the batteries and/or the charger burn out. I suggest either a 24-volt charger/inverter with a voltage reduction to match your 12-volt gear or a stand alone 24-volt charger and disable the charger that is built into the inverter.Hope this helped.AU
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Dennis, just follow Mr. Hancock's advise as he is correct in his answers and advise. I don't need to repeat it, and could not have stated it any better.
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Wire the 2 12V Batteries in Parallel so that the Batteries remain 12Volt DC and not 24Volt DC in Series.
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Yes, but beware, you probably want to charge more than just 1 battery, more like a small bank of batteries. For example, I have mine hooked up to a small bank of 8 SLA 12V batteries giving me about 1500 watts stored to power a 1200 W Inverter for appliances. It's like a solar powered battery pack so that I can work and have phone conversations in the most odd places (no generator noise in the background, just pure silence or nature noises, it's awesome). You'll want a decent charge controller (I bought a 10 Amp controller, which is overkill, but has the better charge-methods and pattern that I wanted). Good Luck! Yes, but beware, you probably want to charge more than just 1 battery, more like a small bank of batteries. For example, I have mine hooked up to a small bank of 8 SLA 12V batteries giving me about 1500 watts stored to power a 1200 W Inverter for appliances. It's like a solar powered battery pack so that I can work and have phone conversations in the most odd places (no generator noise in the background, just pure silence or nature noises, it's awesome). You'll want a decent charge controller (I bought a 10 Amp controller, which is overkill, but has the better charge-methods and pattern... » Read More Yes, but beware, you probably want to charge more than just 1 battery, more like a small bank of batteries. For example, I have mine hooked up to a small bank of 8 SLA 12V batteries giving me about 1500 watts stored to power a 1200 W Inverter for appliances. It's like a solar powered battery pack so that I can work and have phone conversations in the most odd places (no generator noise in the background, just pure silence or nature noises, it's awesome). You'll want a decent charge controller (I bought a 10 Amp controller, which is overkill, but has the better charge-methods and pattern that I wanted). Good Luck! « Show Less
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If there is a charge controller it should all work out of the box. I bought just the solar panel and the controller sold separately. The controller ensures the battery doesn't over charge and blocking diodes make sure the battery doesn't bleed charge at night time. I hope it all works out for you...
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We do not recommend connecting the inverter directly to the charge controller; connect it to the battery instead. 8 AWG be sufficient.
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Charger? I have 245 watt of panels to a BZ MPPT 250 solar Controller, to three batteries in series.To inverter.
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Yes, you can hook the 2 6v batteries in series to the inverter, that's what I did. The solar kit is going to be independent as long as it comes with a 12v charge controller. *Note you should only run your batteries down more than 50% in an emergency, that will shorten their life span of the batteries. A 1500 watt inverter maybe a little over kill matched a 95 watt solar kit. You need a bigger solar kit, or just buy and second one. I started with 2 (100) watt panels and plan to add to them.
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It will work....however, you would only need the charger if you were going to use a generator to charge the batteries when the solar panels were disconnected or not charging. The solar panel connects to the batteries through the charge controller....then the battles connect to the inverter. Hope this helps!
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you should not connect these panels directly to your batter bank. they should be connected to a charge controller and from the charge controller you connect the battery bank. depending on the charge controller you would then either connect your inverter to the battery bank or as on my controller there is a lead that can connect directly to a load such as an inverter.....hope this helps. I'd recommend researching charge controllers so that you keep your batteries in the best condition possible. I bought my controller from http://www.windsun.com/
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The answer to your question is yes.. The controller is like a voltage regulator on your car.. You can use the inverter as long as the batteries have enough charge which is up to the controller to maintain the voltage as long as your are getting solar...
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I have a 5000 watt power invertor. I have 4 solar panels on the roof to keep 4 group31 batteries charged to power the invertor. I also have a battery isolator to charge batteries from the alternator and shuts off when they are charged back up.
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You can charge your battery. You will need to get a charge controller to convert 24V to 12V. The controller will also prevent overcharging of the battery. Get a controller rated for 10 amps or more. I don't know how long it will take to charge one battery. This is a powerful panel, and would likely charge in one day or less.
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Most likely not. For an inverter like this you'll need to connect them to batteries, and most solar chargers need a panel voltage higher than the battery voltage. You could, however, put your panels in series to increase the voltage as long as the combined voltage still falls within the solar charger's input specs.
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The instructions doesn't give enough explanation. I called the company for my inverter and asked if solar is compatible with their inverter hooked up to the charge controller. They said to keep the inverter connected to the battery. The only thing I can think of is using a 12 volt light or a small apliance could be connected directly to it instead of using the battery power. If a 12 volt light is connected directly you are taking advantage of the solar imediatly. If the same light was connected to the battery instead, the charge controller doesn't let the solar charge the battery until it drops to a certain voltage. So solar panel isn't being used to its full advantage.
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I don't know - as I understand it, connections are made directly to the battery to keep it at full power. If your battery supplies power to the inverter then I'd suppose you have power at the inverter. A direct connection to the inverter??? If you find that it works I'd like to know. good luck.
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Yes the batteries connected together in parallel (12v, approx 2x Am/h) or series (24v, same Am/h ) will charge, but slower. In other words think of the batteries as water containers and the controller as a faucet delivering a constant stream of water that fills the containers.
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I don't think you can connect 1 solar panel to multiple controllers effectively at the same time. I would rotate the batteries as needed for charging; only one controller would be needed.
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I agree with most all said here before. Get 2 12v batteries in series = 24v, or 4 6v and hook up in series but controller is best way to go to match your solar panel. Most quality solar panels will charge 12v and 24v. Get a volt meter and check it out as you go. A fuse is a must. Good luck